Need Advise on SQL Express with Advanced Services

Hi Guys,

Need some advice on the free SQL Express with Advanced Services provided.

I plan to develop a small departmental multi-user applications with 5 to 6 simultaneous users using the free SQL Express with Advanced Services with VB.net and stored procedures on a local area network.

Is it a good choice to use this free SQL Express with Advanced Services or is it more advisable to purchase a standard version ?

Appreciate if someone could help me to address this issue?

One more thing, can i install the free SQL Express with Advanced Services on a normal desktop with Windows XP SP 2 and utilize it as a server or do i need a proper server with Windows 2003.

Thanks and Regards,

Jansen

Express is well suited to the task you are discussing and yes it should install on a std windows desktop.